Lynda & John
Photos by Jim Heal
"The original house had a tiny kitchen with low ceilings and pine units. It’s a joy now to walk into this space. But I love the way it transforms at night - it’s great for dancing!"
Lynda & John
"Light is often underrated but the cabinet fittings allow for a soft evening glow."
Lynda & John
"We wanted natural materials that reflected the landscape. The raw brick wall and exposed ceiling are a nod to the home’s cottage roots. The kitchen needed to balance that with refined surfaces."
Lynda & John
"We maximised storage space on either side of the opening into the dining/lounge area by integrating shelving to the left and a freezer to the right."
Lynda & John
"One of the standout features is the bespoke window that runs the length of the kitchen countertops, bringing in early morning light. It was the reason we located the kitchen on the east because we love the way the sun slants through it in the morning."
Lynda & John
"The Miele ovens had a colour that matched the cabinets exactly. And they’re Wi-Fi enabled with cameras inside so we can check dinner while on the way home!"
Lynda & John
"The extension was designed to wrap around the house and the kitchen was already set up with high ceilings, roof lights and doors to the garden. The design should sit in the background to how you feel in the space."
Lynda & John
"We both like simple, refined details and we found those with Mode German Kitchens’ design."
Lynda & John
"I popped into the Lisburn Road showroom where John and the team quickly understood the issues I had been having with a different supplier. The showroom felt comfortable and the kitchens had the level of design detail we were looking for."
Lynda & John
"An island was a must. It needed to seat four people and act as a social hub."
Lynda & John
"We wanted a simple, clean look with a bar area where you could sit and chat while cooking. It had to work with the rest of the living space, as it’s all open plan."